Sheep Sorrel

Rumex acetosella

Family: Polygonaceae Evidence: T teatinctureextract

Key ingredient in Essiac tea (Rene Caisse cancer formula with Burdock, Slippery Elm, and Turkey Rhubarb). High in oxalic acid and vitamin C. For detoxification and as a sour culinary green. NOT recommended in large amounts.

Safety Profile

PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingUnsafe
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Kidney stones (HIGH oxalates). Kidney disease. Liver disease. Pregnancy.

Interactions

Blood thinners, kidney/liver drugs.

Side Effects

GI upset, kidney stones (oxalates), nausea.

Liver: May affect liver.
Kidney: HIGH oxalates — kidney stone risk.
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